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Firm underscores continent’s suitability for renewable energy
14th February 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Africa is well positioned to improve its energy security, owing to its high solar radiation factor, highlights renewable-energy business platform Discovery Green. The company says the continent’s... 


NOMSA MBERE
By fostering public-private partnerships, the DRC can address critical infrastructure deficits
Infrastructure challenges undermine DRC’s mining potential
14th February 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

Despite possessing vast mineral wealth, including significant deposits of copper, cobalt and gold, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC’s) infrastructure remains a critical barrier to further... 


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Adaptation key to sustainability – expert
14th February 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

The long-established practice of extracting fossil fuels and subsidising the industries associated with it, as well as institutional and regulatory drag, pose real threats to technological progress... 


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Event highlights opportunity to transform
14th February 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

With a rapidly expanding population and increasing urbanisation, Africa’s energy demand is projected to soar, requiring innovative solutions, sustainable practices and significant investments to... 


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Centre endorses transition towards sustainable systems
14th February 2025 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

As Africa looks to the future, the transition to sustainable energy represents both a challenge and an opportunity, highlights national industry support programme the National Cleaner Production... 


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Additives improve efficiencies, cost savings
14th February 2025

A major challenge that industrial equipment and services supplier BMG frequently encounters during site visits is the adverse impact of the procurement of low-cost oils, with BMG agricultural,... 


SIZEABLE INVESTMENT
Katamba Mining has invested more than $80-million into the recommissioning of the dam
Miner recommissions hydropower station
14th February 2025

A joint venture between China’s Zijin Mining Group and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) State-owned mining company Cominiere Katamba Mining has seen the completion of the recommissioning of... 


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New lubricants better align with global trends
14th February 2025 By: Trent Roebeck

In its attempts to stay abreast of some of the most innovative solutions in the oils and lubricants sector, oils and lubricants company FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA is making significant... 


POWER-DRIVEN
WEG motors driving a blower on a mine in the DRC
Company geared to service DRC mining sector
14th February 2025

With a total mineral wealth estimated in the tens of trillions of dollars, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is one of the most strategic mining markets for motors and electrical solutions... 


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African retailers rethink ESG
14th February 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

African retailers are aligning closely with global environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) trends, driven by consumer and shareholder activism, retailers’ role in the circular economy... 


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Balama graphite project, Mozambique – update
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Natural graphite and battery anode company Syrah Resources hopes to restart production at the Balama project during the first quarter. 


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Karowe underground expansion project, Botswana – update
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Canadian diamond mining company Lucara Diamond Corp has reported substantial progress at the project. 


HIGH-ENERGY LOGISTICS:Seriti Green’sUmmbila Emoyeni Wind Energy Facility in Bethal, Mpumalanga, has taken delivery of nine turbines, including 27 blades and other components that were transported to site from the Port of Richards Bay along the N2. The convoy, managed by Vanguard, was 335-m long and took three days to complete.Road modifications along the N2 were implemented to ensure that the turbine blades could be transported safely.
HIGH-ENERGY LOGISTICS
14th February 2025

Seriti Green’s Ummbila Emoyeni Wind Energy Facility in Bethal, Mpumalanga, has taken delivery of nine turbines, including 27 blades and other components that were transported to site from the Port... 


Gold mineralisation at the Premier gold project
Premier gold project, Canada – update
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Canada-based gold and silver explorer Ascot Resources has announced a delay in the restart of milling operations at the project. 


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Newport terminal diesel tank replacement programme, Australia
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Australia-listed Viva Energy is proposing to build two new welded diesel storage tanks. 


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Roughrider uranium project, Canada
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

A preliminary economic assessment has validated Roughrider as a top-tier, high-margin operation with a clear path to development into a world-class mine and mill. 


Beyond the grid: How solar can help transform Africa
Beyond the grid: How solar can help transform Africa
14th February 2025

The African continent is in a global energy transformation, navigating both significant challenges and immense opportunities for progress. With increasing energy demand, the push for sustainability... 


TURBAIR technology offers power-strapped South African market a 60% energy saving
14th February 2025

Given the current energy pricing landscape in South Africa, industrial machinery manufacturer MAN Energy Solutions is committed to partnering with South African businesses to enhance their future... 


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Reko Diq copper/gold project, Pakistan – update
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The environmental- and social-impact assessment is expected to be approved in the first quarter of this year. 


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Support grows for independent transmission projects to help ease grid constraint
14th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa’s grid infrastructure is inadequate to support economic growth and accommodate much-needed additional power, especially from renewable-energy sources coming on line as part of the... 


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Lake Maitland uranium/vanadium project, Australia – update
14th February 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

Toro Energy has completed the re-optimisation of the project. 


ESTABLISHED CONNECTION
The Kalumbila-Kolwezi interconnector project will establish a 330 kV transmission line with an initial thermal capacity of 700 MW
New interconnector to bolster power supply
14th February 2025 By: Simone Liedtke

A new initiative to alleviate the chronic power shortages hampering mining operations in southern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is making steady progress, says private power trader Enterprise... 


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Decarbonisation in Mining 2024/25: Mining in a low carbon future
14th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Creamer Media's 'Decarbonisation in Mining 2024/25: Mining in a low carbon future' report explores how mining companies are working to reduce their environmental footprint through renewable energy,... 


South Africa's aluminium needs to be decarbonised.
South Africa’s Hillside Aluminium continuing to go all out to decarbonise – South32
13th February 2025 By: Martin Creamer

While ‘high-carbon’ is the value-lowering label being put on aluminium from South Africa’s Hillside Aluminium in KwaZulu-Natal, the Sydney-, Johannesburg- and London-listed South32 benefits from... 


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Nedbank report shows sharpest increase in fixed investment plans since 2021
13th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

The latest ‘Nedbank Capital Expenditure Project Listing’ report, published on February 13, shows the sharpest increase in fixed investment plans since 2021, reflecting a myriad of projects... 


The International Commodity Summit 2025: South Africa’s geopolitical tensions countered by Africa’s new commodity trade platform
13th February 2025

The International Commodity Summit 2025 (ICS2025) is set to take centre stage as Africa’s groundbreaking platform dedicated to the advancement of commodity trade on the continent. Scheduled for... 


Africa Energy Indaba to Host Africa Gas Forum, Highlighting the Role of Gas in Africa’s Energy Future
Africa Energy Indaba to Host Africa Gas Forum, Highlighting the Role of Gas in Africa’s Energy Future
13th February 2025

The Africa Energy Indaba 2025 is set to host the highly anticipated Africa Gas Forum, a key platform dedicated to exploring the vital role of natural gas in Africa’s energy transition. As Africa... 


SYSPRO Chief Revenue Officer Mark Wilson
Five key trends driving the manufacturing sector in 2025
13th February 2025

As we look toward 2025, Africa’s manufacturing sector is poised for transformation. Fuelled by technological advancements, economic growth and an increasing focus on sustainability, businesses are... 


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Key energy supply challenges impacting businesses in 2025
13th February 2025

South African businesses face several challenges related to the supply of energy that powers their operations. FNB Commercial sustainability head Kyle Durham explores key challenges unpacked in... 


Tropical cyclone forces closure of ports in Western Australia's Pilbara region
Tropical cyclone forces closure of ports in Western Australia's Pilbara region
13th February 2025 By: Reuters

Western Australia's ports of Dampier and Varanus Island will be closed at 6 p.m. on Thursday due to Tropical Cyclone Zelia, the ports' operator said, with emergency services in the state warning of... 


SAIW implements strategic overhaul
13th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Industry organisation the Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) is implementing a strategic overhaul, focusing on leadership restructuring and process optimisation in response to recent... 


Resources Watch
Resources Watch
13th February 2025

This week: Return of ferromanganese is this year’s focus, Menar emphasises at Mining Indaba; Shell intent on thriving through energy transition and, Astron Energy helping the mining industry secure... 


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Energy Partners, Aspen sign R300m deal to build an ammonia cooling, heating plant
13th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Energy solutions provider Energy Partners has entered into a partnership with pharmaceutical manufacturer Aspen Pharmacare, to invest R300-million to build, operate and manage a centralised ammonia... 


Gina Rinehart
Australia's 50 richest now control $153bn as Rinehart tops list again
13th February 2025 By: Reuters

The combined wealth of Australia's 50 richest people has climbed nearly 10% to A$243-billion ($152.92-billion) in the past 12 months, Forbes said on Thursday, with mining magnate Gina Rinehart... 


Let’s go further with Caltex Delo® Gold Ultra SAE 15W
Let’s go further with Caltex Delo® Gold Ultra SAE 15W
13th February 2025

When your heavy-duty equipment is working, your business is driving profits. At Astron Energy, our goal is to optimise your diesel engine performance — helping minimise operating costs and maximise... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Soon to be launched grid-funding instrument can be private participation template for all SoEs – Ramokgopa
13th February 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says the private sector participation framework being developed for the transmission sector will be unveiled within five weeks, while... 


Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Canada’s 13 Premiers descend on Washington to play the China card on trade
13th February 2025 By: Bloomberg

The leaders of all Canadian provinces and territories are set to meet up in the US capital Wednesday to take their arguments against tariffs to American lawmakers, business groups and labor... 


Former Cameco chair joins Max Power board
13th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

CSE-listed critical minerals explorer and hydrogen company Max Power on Wednesday announced the appointment of Neil McMillan to its board of directors. McMillan is a former chairperson of Cameco,... 


Kinross has made progress with the Great Bear project in Canada, having repaid the debt associated with its acquisition.
Kinross delivers record free cash flow, strong 2024 performance
13th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Gold miner Kinross has posted strong results for 2024, achieving record free cash flow and steady production, while also advancing sustainability initiatives and shareholder returns. The Canadian... 


The Kings Mountain lithium operation in the US
Cost cuts help Albemarle's results offset low lithium prices
13th February 2025 By: Reuters

Albemarle, the world's largest producer of lithium, swung to a quarterly profit as cost cuts helped offset low prices of the electric vehicle battery metal, but adjusted results reported on... 


Ganfeng starts lithium production at Argentina's Mariana project
13th February 2025 By: Reuters

China's Ganfeng Lithium mining company has begun producing lithium at its Mariana project in northern Argentina, it said on Wednesday, kicking off one of several of its new lithium projects under... 


South32's Mozal aluminium operation in Mozambique
South32 rides commodity price gains to strong H1 results
13th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Diversified mining and metals company South32 on Thursday announced a 25% increase in revenue, reaching $3.12-billion, and a 579% surge in profit after tax, totaling $360-million for the half-year... 


Jake Klein will transition to a nonexecutive role at Evolution Mining.
Leadership changes at Evolution and Fortescue
12th February 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Two of Australia’s major mining companies, Evolution Mining and Fortescue, announced leadership changes on Wednesday. Gold miner Evolution confirmed that executive chairperson Jake Klein will... 


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